Trip includes:
- Round-trip group airport transfers from Liberia International Airport (LIR)
- 4-night accommodations
- $2395 single room
- $1895 shared room (per person)
- $1495 glamping single
- $1295 glamping shared (per person)
- Children (under 13) $495
- 3 daily meals
- Mat space for daily training on-site
- One group yoga session
- One Costa Rican Adventure Activity (e.g., waterfall hike or canopy tour)
- Private Costa Rican guide to facilitate the experience
- Customer service and concierge support before and during the trip
- Optional activities such as ATV, surf, massage, or cold plunge experiences may be arranged through Custom Experiences’ local partners for an additional cost
Babalu BJJ Retreat – Costa Rica
Surf, sand, and sweat await! Join us for sunrise yoga, palm-tree-side Jiu-Jitsu, and fresh tropical meals in paradise. Connect with nature and embrace the Pura Vida lifestyle. Train hard, relax harder, and return home with new techniques, lasting friendships, and unforgettable memories. This retreat welcomes all levels and all ages in a fun, family-friendly environment — bonding through the Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle!
About Master Renato “Babalu” Sobral
Renato “Babalu” Sobral is a renowned Brazilian mixed martial artist and submission grappler, best known for his career in the UFC, Strikeforce, and ONE Championship. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Babalu began training at just nine years old, developing the discipline and drive that would later make him a world-class competitor. Over his decades-long career, he earned black belts in both Luta Livre and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, becoming respected worldwide for his technical mastery, toughness, and passion for teaching the next generation of martial artists.
About Babalu’s Iron Gym
Professor Renato “Babalu” Sobral, a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, founded Babalu’s Iron Gym in Cerritos, California, in 2008. With over 30 years of martial arts experience, he teaches Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and wrestling, focusing on community growth, self-confidence, and personal development. The gym has been recognized in the Business Hall of Fame for ten consecutive years and continues to thrive after seventeen years of excellence. Babalu’s Iron Gym offers classes for all ages and skill levels, workshops, and private training — all built around Babalu’s mission to empower the community through martial arts. His passion has expanded globally, with affiliates in Oregon, Rio de Janeiro, and Italy.
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